Fine and Gross Motor Skills: Interview with Megan MacDonald, Ph.D

Megan MacDonald, Ph.D, an assistant professor in Oregon State University's College of Public Health and Human Sciences was recently involved in a study that found that preschoolers with better fine and gross motor skill development will have improved social behavior and executive function. Megan joins us today to talk about the study, it's findings, and the implications for teachers. You can find an article about the study here and more information on Megan MacDonald here.

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